Tag: design

Exploring the role of the artist/designer/maker as a timeline, and comparing it to my journey as a creative

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The content focuses on the evolution of art and the artist/designer/maker's role from Modernism to Postmodernism and Post-Postmodernism, exploring movements like Poststructuralism, Posthumanism, and Transhumanism. The struggle against a grand narrative, influence on the artist's evolution, and societal impacts like the Covid-19 pandemic are examined. Various artists and thinkers are referenced, offering a comprehensive exploration of art's evolution.

Evoking Emotion: Can augmentations of a piece of art alter how it is perceived?

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The dissertation discusses the author's independent inquiry into affect theory, aimed at understanding emotion perception in art. It includes a study on key thinkers of affect theory, perceptions of emotions, and applications of affect theory in art. The study involved three case studies - color, greyscale, and narrative, and an analysis of the data collected. The findings revealed intriguing trends, challenges, and insights into perception and emotional responses.

Rebel/Gift – Mission Gallery Live Brief

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Hello all. In this post, I will be going through my process for the Rebel/Gift live brief showcasing the step-by-step process of how my project evolved and taking you through all the practical experimentation I conducted. What is Rebel/Gift? When given the brief, I wasn’t sure what pathway to take when deciding between Rebel, Gift … Continue reading Rebel/Gift – Mission Gallery Live Brief

What is the role of the designer/maker in the 21st Century, and how might this role change in the next 10 years?

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This essay explores the history, current state, and future of craft, emphasizing its evolution from ancient times to the present. It discusses the impact of industrialization and the contemporary focus on sustainability. The future of craft is envisioned to involve innovative and activism-oriented approaches, leading to continued relevance in society.